We are now offering a new telephone ordering service for repeat prescriptions in conjunction with the CCG Medicines Management team. Contact 0808 1647678 to order.

Medicine Shortages

As a surgery, we are working closely with the Clinical Commissioning Groups Medicine Management team and local Chemists, to try to ensure that we are aware of any drug shortages, and how we can minimise disruption to our patients of this nationwide problem.

However, we are not responsible for what a Chemist orders or stocks, and our GPs have had their own workload increased as they are regularly asked to change prescribed drugs.

We would ask that all patients are understanding with the surgery staff and local pharmacists that are not able to provide any further information at this time.

Parking at Ticehurst Surgery

Patients should only park in Surgery allocated spaces. It is noted that a parking warden is often in attendance now. There is plenty of parking across the lane in the car park.

The surgery is not liable for parking fines if you are parked out of the surgery allocated spaces.

Improved Access

We are excited to announce that we have joined with other local practices and are now offering evening appointments from 6.30pm - 8.00pm and on Saturday mornings on a rotational basis. Our rota will mean one evening per week and 1 in 5 Saturday mornings we will offer clinics here at Wadhurst with other neighbouring practices providing clinics on the other days. We hope this will assist patients who are unable to access the Surgery during normal hours. Please contact Reception to book an improved access slot.

GP Sessions

Please note due to a growing number of GPs working part time at Wadhurst Medical Group, please be aware that you may be offered an appointment with another GP other than your registered GP. If you wish to see a specific GP, we would advise Patients that there can sometimes be a wait due to work patterns.

Reception Changes

Please note our Receptionists will now be asking patients for a brief outline of your problem when you ring to book an appointment. This new way of working is about offering you the choice to see more appropriate professionals in the practice team or even somewhere else. If they can deal with the problem directly, it will often be quicker and means you may not need to see the GP at all.

Fees

As of 1st April 2019, we are updating our fees in line with the British Medical Association guidance. We will also be operating a no-fee, no-release policy meaning that documents will need to be paid for before they are collected. Medicals will also need to be paid for by 5 days prior to the appointment. We hope this will cut down on the wasted GP and Secretarial time on documents that are not collected and also cut down on the large number of non-payers.

Patient Participation Group

We are looking for patients who would be interested in contributing to the continuous improvement of services and quality of care. If you are interested, please ask reception for a form.

Repeat Prescription Forms

Please leave completed forms in the black box in the surgery lobby. It will take 48 hours to allow us to process repeat prescriptions.

Travel Clinic

Unfortunately we are only able to offer a limited travel vaccine service at the surgery. This is only for those vaccines available through the NHS. There are local travel clinics available who will be able to advise and help you with all your requirements for your travel abroad.

Clinics & Services

Cervical Smear Tests

It is recommended that women between the ages of 25 and 49 should have a test every three years and between 50 and 64 every five years unless otherwise advised. These tests can be performed by the practice nurses, Dr Sarah Oakley or Dr Alison Shaw. Please make an appointment with the receptionist if you require this test. Breast awareness can also be discussed at these appointments.

Minor Operative Procedures

Where appropriate some minor operations can be performed in the Wadhurst surgery. If you feel you need this service please discuss it with your doctor or the practice nurses.

Family Planning Advice

Dr Alison Shaw and the practice nurses are available for family planning advice. A full range of contraceptive advice is available. If you prefer however you may see your own doctor. The receptionist will make the appropriate appointments for you.

Ante-Natal Clinic

The midwife runs this clinic by appointment.

Diabetic Clinic

This clinic is run by Dr Sarah Oakley, Nurse Practitioner Tania Kemp and our experienced nursing staff. Patients are invited for regular reviews to prevent the complications of diabetes.

Asthma Clinic

This clinic is run by Lead Nurse Julia Dann. Patients are invited for regular reviews to improve the quality of control of their asthma.

Chiropody Clinic

Although we do not provide a chiropody service at the practice we will refer patients with certain specified medical problems to the regional clinic in Crowborough. Please discuss this with your doctor.

Travel Vaccinations

If you require any vaccinations relating to foreign travel you need to make an appointment at a local travel clinic to discuss what you will need for your trip. This will include which countries and areas within countries that you are visiting to determine what vaccinations are required.

We do provide a limited travel vaccine service for vaccines available through the NHS.

Information about countries and vaccinations required can be found on the links below: